Mercy University Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month: Danna Flores-Guillen

Mercy University Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month poster art: Dana Flores-Guillen

Mercy University is proudly celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, highlighting its dedication to the Hispanic community and the significant contributions of its Hispanic, Latino/a, and Latinx students, faculty, and staff.

As the largest private federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) in New York, Mercy Hispanic students are woven into the fabric of the University’s culture. In the Fall of 2023, approximately 48% of Mercy’s incoming class identified as Hispanic or Latino and 52.6% of undergraduate students identified as Hispanic. Mercy takes seriously the responsibility of supporting Hispanic, Latino/a and Latinx students, and is proud to ensure opportunities and resources for all students to fulfill their dreams of a college education.

Click here to watch a video spotlighting Danna Flores-Guillen, a freshman and first-generation Honduran-American student. In her video, Flores-Guillen shares her personal story, reflecting on her heritage and the significance of her educational journey at Mercy. 

To watch more videos and learn more about how Mercy University is celebrating the Hispanic and Latino community, visit https://www.mercy.edu/hhm